Illinois, state of the United States of America. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 12,587,530 inhabitants. The state was created 206 years ago in 1818. Its capital city is Springfield.
There are 82 city/town in Illinois, . The largest city of Illinois is Rockford with a population of 144,835. Other cities include, Romeoville population 39,770, Rock Island population 36,870, Round Lake Beach population 26,919, Rolling Meadows population 23,246
From the busy streets of Chicago to the river towns dotting its southern border, Illinois offers a variety of urban attractions and rural charm within its 57,000 square miles. Home to over 12.7 million residents, notable destinations in Illinois include:
Chicago - The largest city in the Midwest, Chicago dazzles with world-class museums like the Art Institute of Chicago, iconic sports teams and venues, deep dish pizza, and stunning lakefront skyline views.
Springfield - Illinois’ capital city, Springfield provides history buffs with Abraham Lincoln sites like his Home and Tomb along with expansive state government buildings.
Galena - Nestled near the Mississippi River, Galena is a beautifully preserved 19th century town with scenic vistas. Its Victorian-era downtown offers shopping, tours, and winery tastings.
Nauvoo - Founded by Mormons in the 1840s, Nauvoo retains its fascinating religious history. Historic homes and buildings like the rebuilt Nauvoo Temple transport visitors back in time.
Champaign-Urbana - Home to the University of Illinois, this twin college town offers innovative dining, cultural events, sports, and entertainment catering to students.
From the big city lights of Chicago to historic small towns, Illinois offers the best of Midwestern metropolitan areas alongside rural escape. Its rivers, lakes, and prairies provide scenic backdrops to favorite destinations.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Illinois.
City Name | Title | County | Population |
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Rockford | The second most populous city in Illinois. | Winnebago | 144,835 |
Romeoville | Town | Will | 39,770 |
Rock Island | City in Illinois | Rock Island | 36,870 |
Round Lake Beach | City in Illinois, United States of America | Lake | 26,919 |
Rolling Meadows | City in Cook County, Illinois, United States | Cook | 23,246 |
Roselle | Village in Ilinois, United States of America | DuPage | 22,550 |
Round Lake | City in Illinois, United States of America | Lake | 17,982 |
Richton Park | Village in United States of America | Cook | 13,138 |
Riverdale | Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States | Cook | 12,912 |
Rantoul | Village in Illinois | Champaign | 12,305 |
River Forest | Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States | Cook | 10,694 |
Roscoe | Town | Winnebago | 10,406 |
River Grove | Village in United States of America | Cook | 9,771 |
Rochelle | City in Ogle County, Illinois, United States | Ogle | 8,975 |
Rock Falls | City in Illinois | Whiteside | 8,648 |
Riverside | Village in Cook County, Illinois | Cook | 8,455 |
Round Lake Park | Village in the United States | Lake | 7,731 |
Rockton | Illinois village near the Wisconsin border | Winnebago | 7,477 |
Robinson | City in Illinois | Crawford | 7,271 |
Richwoods | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Crawford | 5,724 |
Robbins | Village in United States of America | Cook | 5,401 |
Randolph | City in Illinois, United States | Randolph | 4,394 |
Rosemont | Village in the U. | Saint Clair | 4,147 |
Rosewood Heights | Census designated place | Madison | 4,038 |
Rochester | Village in Sangamon County, Illinois, United States | Sangamon | 3,715 |
Riverwoods | City in Illinois, United States of America | Lake | 3,534 |
Red Bud | City in Randolph County, Illinois, United States | Randolph | 3,442 |
Riverton | Village in Illinois | Sangamon | 3,430 |
Riley | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | McHenry | 2,823 |
Rushville | Township in Schuyler County, Illinois | Schuyler | 2,822 |
Round Lake Heights | City in Illinois, United States of America | Lake | 2,630 |
Roanoke | Village in Illinois, United States | Woodford | 1,966 |
Richmond | Place in Illinois United States of America | McHenry | 1,896 |
Rockdale | City in Illinois, United States of America | Will | 1,884 |
Reading | Township in Livingston County, Illinois | Livingston | 1,860 |
Roodhouse | City in Greene County, Illinois, United States | Greene | 1,646 |
Rome | Unincorporated census-designated place in Illinois, United States | Peoria | 1,596 |
Roxana | Village in Madison County, Illinois, United States | Madison | 1,406 |
Rock Grove | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Stephenson | 1,296 |
Rossville | Village in Illinois | Vermilion | 1,202 |
Royalton | City in Minnesota | Franklin | 1,110 |
Rosiclare | City in Hardin County, Illinois, United States | Hardin | 1,008 |
Ramsey | Village in Illinois, United States | Fayette | 1,003 |
Rapids City | Human settlement in Rock Island County, Illinois, United States of America | Rock Island | 962 |
Raymond | Town in Illinois | Montgomery | 927 |
Roseville | Village in Illinois | Warren | 885 |
Ringwood | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | McHenry | 806 |
Ridge Farm | Human settlement in Vermilion County, Illinois, United States of America | Vermilion | 800 |
Ridgway | Township in Gallatin County, Illinois | Gallatin | 742 |
Richland | Township in Richland County, Illinois | Sangamon | 718 |
Rooks Creek | Township in Livingston County, Illinois | Livingston | 532 |
Reynolds | Village in Illinois, USA | Rock Island | 508 |
Rankin | Human settlement in Vermilion County, Illinois, United States of America | Vermilion | 507 |
Rosedale | Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States | Jersey | 425 |
Rosamond | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Christian | 393 |
Richfield | Township in Adams County, Illinois | Adams | 389 |
Ridgeland | Township in Iroquois County, Illinois | Cook | 356 |
Ransom | Human settlement in United States of America | LaSalle | 350 |
Round Grove | Township in Livingston County, Illinois | Whiteside | 346 |
Roberts | Settlement in Illinois, USA | Ford | 328 |
Raleigh | Village in Illinois, United States | Saline | 328 |
Rice | Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States | Perry | 322 |
Rock Creek | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Hardin | 317 |
Rutland | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | LaSalle | 303 |
Ruma | City in Illinois, United States of America | Randolph | 300 |
Rio | Village in Illinois, USA | Knox | 280 |
Rock City | Village in Illinois | Stephenson | 279 |
Royal | Village in Champaign County, Illinois, United States | Champaign | 273 |
Rozetta | Township in Henderson County, Illinois | Henderson | 241 |
Richview | Township in Washington County, Illinois | Washington | 236 |
Radom | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Washington | 209 |
Royal Lakes | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Macoupin | 185 |
Redmon | Human settlement in Edgar County, Illinois, United States of America | Edgar | 157 |
Reddick | Human settlement in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States of America | Kankakee | 157 |
Rockbridge | Township in Greene County, Illinois | Greene | 154 |
Ridott | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Stephenson | 149 |
Raritan | Township in Henderson County, Illinois | Henderson | 131 |
Russellville | Village in Illinois, USA | Lawrence | 83 |
Russell | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Lake | 83 |
Ripley | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Brown | 82 |
Rose Hill | Village in Jasper County, Illinois, United States | Jasper | 80 |
Rockwood | Village in Randolph County, Illinois | Randolph | 43 |